# N7VT: 1999 Matthews Ralph S RV-6

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Matthews Ralph S RV-6](https://openairdocs.org/model/matthews-ralph-s-rv-6) (registry code 05606PU, 2 seats)
- Engine: [Lycoming 0-360-C1F](https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-0-360-c1f) (registry code 41573)
- Data sheets: [TCDS E-286](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-286) (Lycoming Engines) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 60013
- Year built: 1999
- Type: Fixed wing single engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Airworthiness: Experimental, amateur built
- Airworthiness date: February 20, 1999
- Certificate issued: April 9, 2022
- Expires: April 30, 2029
- Mode S code: A951C9
- Registered owner: [Abey Nicholas](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ABEY%20NICHOLAS)
- Location: [Bakersfield, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Bakersfield)
- Owner type: Individual
- Owner's area on the map: 35.1537° N, 119.1684° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 93311, within about 8 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=7VT
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7VT

From the FAA registry file of October 21, 2026. ADs below are matched by the registry's airframe and engine model codes. They may apply; each AD's applicability can narrow it by serial number, part number or installed equipment. This is not a compliance determination.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 25 in force

### Matched by airframe (Matthews Ralph S RV-6)

None in force.

### Matched by engine (Lycoming 0-360-C1F)

- [AD 2026-04-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-11): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 605 more. Effective Apr 8, 2026
- [AD 2022-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-16-03): Engine (RECIPROCATING) · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-F and 236 more. Effective Aug 15, 2022
- [AD 2020-25-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-25-12): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Superior Air Parts IO-360-A1A1, IO-360-A1A2, IO-360-A2A1 and 146 more. Effective Jan 15, 2021
- [AD 2017-16-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-16-11): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 93 more. Effective Aug 15, 2017
- [AD 2012-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-19-01): Crankshafts · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1A, AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6 and 321 more. Effective Oct 24, 2012
- [AD 2012-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-07): Carburetor · Lycoming Engines GO-435, GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A and 389 more. Effective Mar 27, 2012
- [AD 2009-26-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-26-12): Cylinder assemblies · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 264 more. Effective Feb 4, 2010
- [AD 2007-04-19 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-04-19-R1): SAP cylinder assemblies · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 314 more. Effective May 7, 2007
- [AD 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006
- [AD 2006-10-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-10-21): ECi connecting rods · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Connecting Rods, AEIO-360-B1B, AEIO-360-B1D and 171 more. Effective Jun 22, 2006
- [AD 2004-10-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-10-14): Crankshaft gear · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 642 more. Effective Jun 25, 2004
- [AD 98-02-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-02-08): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 216 more. Effective Mar 30, 1998
- [AD 97-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-15-11): Cylinder kits · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 538 more. Effective Aug 12, 1997
- [AD 96-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-10): Oil pump · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1A, AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2A and 334 more. Effective Jul 15, 1996
- [AD 95-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-07-01): Connecting Rod Bolt · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1E, AEIO-360-B1G6, AEIO-360-H1A and 177 more. Effective Apr 12, 1995
- [AD 92-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-12-05): Piston Pins · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 532 more. Effective Jul 10, 1992
- [AD 90-04-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-04-06-R1): Propeller Governor External Oil Line · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 427 more. Effective May 28, 1991
- [AD 87-10-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-10-06-R1): Rocker Arm Assembly · Lycoming Engines IO-360-B4, IVO-360-A1A, O-340-A1A and 243 more. Effective Sep 1, 1989
- [AD 89-04-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-04-02): Carburetors · Continental Motors O-470-11, O-470-11-CI, O-470-11B and 175 more. Effective Mar 8, 1989
- [AD 81-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-16-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 234 more. Effective Aug 6, 1981
- [AD 80-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-06-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 254 more. Effective Mar 28, 1980
- [AD 75-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-08-09): Oil Pump Drive Shaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1C and 365 more. Effective Aug 18, 1977
- [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969
- [AD 67-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-01-04): Oil Filters · Full flow oil filter (Superior Flow STC SA401SW or 2 others). Effective Jan 2, 1967
- [AD 63-22-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-22-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors GO-300-A, GO-300-B, GO-300-C and 143 more. Effective Dec 2, 1963

### Historical (superseded or no longer in force)

- [AD 2024-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-21-02) (historical): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 548 more. Effective Dec 5, 2024
- [AD 2008-19-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-19-05) (historical): Parallel Valve'' reciprocating engines · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 262 more. Effective Oct 20, 2008
- [AD 2005-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-26-10) (historical): ECi cylinder assemblies. · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 413 more. Effective Jan 31, 2006
- [AD 81-18-04 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-18-04-R2) (historical): Engine Oil Pump Driven Impeller and Shaft · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 376 more. Effective Jun 7, 1982

## Information bulletins (advisory) (5 in force)

- [SAIB NE-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section - Lycoming Engines Parallel Valve Cylinders. Issued May 2, 2019
- [SAIB NE-08-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32R1): Propeller Governor  Idler Gear Shaft Set Screw. Issued May 13, 2016
- [SAIB NE-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014
- [SAIB NE-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-06): Pushrod Shroud Spring Retainers, Engine Components Part No. AEL14995, for Lycoming Engines 320, 360, and 540 Series Engines. Issued Nov 21, 2012
- [SAIB NE-06-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-32R1): Reciprocating Engine - Crankshaft. Issued Sep 10, 2008
- [SAIB NE-08-32](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32) (historical): Propeller Governor Set Screw. Issued Jul 3, 2008

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N7VT.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N7VT.

## Service difficulty reports

None filed for this aircraft.

## Related

- Other Matthews Ralph S RV-6 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/matthews-ralph-s-rv-6/aircraft.md
- STCs for the Matthews Ralph S RV-6: https://openairdocs.org/model/matthews-ralph-s-rv-6/stcs.md
- The Lycoming 0-360-C1F engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-0-360-c1f.md

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